MATERNAL HEALTH

This study tests whether adding data accountability tools and community-based doula support to standard care can reduce racial disparities in pregnancy. About 60,000 patients at 39 prenatal clinics in North Carolina will take part. The goal is to lower the number of low-birthweig…

This study tests whether an 8-week mindfulness program can improve how women remember their childbirth and reduce feelings of trauma. About 80 women who had a vaginal birth will either take the program or receive no extra support. The goal is to see if mindfulness can make birth …

This study looks at whether virtual reality (VR) relaxation exercises can help pregnant women with preeclampsia feel less stressed and improve their health and their baby's health. About 96 hospitalized women will be randomly assigned to VR relaxation, in-person relaxation, or st…

This study looks at how things like pregnancy complications and birth outcomes affect the long-term health of mothers and children. Researchers will follow 24,000 mothers and their babies born at Boston Medical Center. The goal is to understand links between early life factors an…

This study looks at how common postpartum depression is among 100 new mothers who gave birth in the last 4 weeks to 6 months and are seen at a high-risk pregnancy clinic. Researchers will use a simple questionnaire to screen for depression and see if a standard screening process …

This study looks at whether specially trained doulas can help pregnant people in rural Montana feel more confident and supported, and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety after childbirth. About 75 participants will be split into three groups: one gets regular doula care, on…

This study compares two ways of providing postpartum care: a telehealth program (Telehealth MOM) and enhanced standard care. Researchers want to see which model helps more women complete their 6-week checkup and catch complications early. The study includes 1,500 pregnant women f…